The Garden Project Started Early, Thanks to a Fluffy Helper
A burlap sack of potting soil lies on its side on the patio, and dark soil has spilled across the concrete in a wide fan. Beside it sits a chocolate Havanese with soft, wavy fur and curious dark eyes. A watering can, gloves and an upturned flower pot suggest that gardening was just about to begin. The dog looks as if he has already finished.
Havanese dogs are small, cheerful companions with silky coats and a love of people. They are playful, clever and friendly, and they like being near their families, including out in the garden. Soil and fertilizers can be a concern for pets, because some potting mixes contain fertilizer or cocoa bean mulch that can be harmful to dogs. If he ate some, call your vet or a pet poison hotline and mention what was in the bag.
Brushing a Havanese after a messy adventure matters, because dirt can tangle in that long coat, and a quick bath helps keep the skin comfortable. Keeping garden supplies in a shed or sealed bin is a good habit.
He sits quietly as if nothing happened, but a smudge of soil on his nose says otherwise. The garden may need to start over, though he looks ready to help. A good wipe of the paws will save the rugs on the way back inside.
